Junior Public Defender: Trial-Ready Advocate

State of Ohio; Chillicothe (OH); On-site; USD 51,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental/Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

The Public Defender Commission in Chillicothe, Ohio, seeks an Assistant Public Defender to provide criminal defense for indigent clients in Jackson and Ross counties. The role focuses on misdemeanor and felony cases, with a team-based, fast-paced work environment and a commitment to high-quality representation.

Starting pay is published as hourly steps from $36.75 to $52.27, with annual salaries listed for each step.

Qualifications

• Admission to Ohio bar required.
• Experience in criminal defense preferred.
• Ability to manage cases in trial courts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cases for trial.
• Try cases as lead or co-counsel.
• Represent clients in pre-trial conferences and plea negotiations.
• Examine witnesses and present legal arguments.

Skills

Attorney/Legal

Job description

The Public Defender Commission in Chillicothe, Ohio, seeks an Assistant Public Defender to provide criminal defense for indigent clients in Jackson and Ross counties. The role focuses on misdemeanor and felony cases, with a team-based, fast-paced work environment and a commitment to high-quality representation.

Starting pay is published as hourly steps from $36.75 to $52.27, with annual salaries listed for each step.